Phoenix
Rehome Classification: Companion
Age: 15
Breed: Miniature Shetland
Height: 8hh
Gender: Gelding
Colour/Markings: Chestnut
Personality
Phoenix is a very friendly boy. He is generally good to handle but will require a confident handler as at times. Phoenix enjoys going out for walks alone or in company, he can get excited going out walking and despite his small size, he does need someone experienced. Walking helps to manage his weight as well as a restricted diet during spring and over the summer. Phoenix occasionally enjoys a groom but this has to be on his terms else he doesn't enjoy it and will display adverse behaviours..
Health and Training
Health Status:
Phoenix has a mild hind limb lameness, he is not on any medication and he can continue with exercise, however this will ned monitoring. Phoenix had colic surgery in 2021.
Training Level:
Phoenix is in training for his back feet to be picked out. He is generally well behaved for the farrier, but he will require a calm handler that is confident on continuing with this. We can offer training and support for this.
Phoenix's Past
Phoenix arrived in the Sanctuary when we merged with another charity.
Phoenix's Future
Rehoming Fee: £50
Phoenix would best suit a yard where he has equine companions with similar needs of restricted grazing and weight management. Phoenix does respect electric fencing however he does know when the electric is turned off and will test this. Phoenix requires a confident handler to continue his training and to give him a good routine with a calm approach and would be best with an adult only home. He can be left on his own if he’s given hay and a treat ball, this will need building up in a new environment.
Phoenix is with a Sanctuary at Home carer in the Newton Abbot area so any successful applicants will need to be prepared to travel to meet him.
